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True Love Match?Mustafa DuBois-Arazi doesn't give second chances. But Zaina Bakari needs one to redeem herself.The legacy of his family's luxury resort, Grand Amour is on the line, and he'll stop at nothing to preserve it. Even if it means working with the woman, he vowed never to set eyes on again.For Zaina, life is great, well almost. The way she handled Mustafa years ago, constantly weighs on her conscience. Now, she finds herself in his presence again as his environmental consultant. She wants a chance to explain but quickly finds out, he's not the same man she once knew.

This Christmas, Unoma Nwankwor invites you to the home of the DuBois-Arazis: Tweede Kans Cove. A small town near the Mid Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Take a trip to the town where love almost always gets a second chance.While Christmas is tough for Yasmine DuBois-Arazi, her beloved hometown of Tweede Kans Cove couldn't be merrier. Her fix? Every year, she goes away. This year, however, when the responsibility for the Hope for the Holidays Christmas benefit suddenly falls in her lap, things might not go according to plan.She's gone through worse, but being in Tweede Kans Cove for the holidays isn't something she thinks she'll survive. She has to get out of town.Kojo 'Keyz' Sarbah has been on the run long enough. Eighteen years too long. In that time, he's become a famous, award-winning music producer. To the world, he's living the dream, but for years, the demons from his childhood told him otherwise. After a near-death experience, he decides to seek help and live free. There's just one problem; his heart remains bound. And the person with the key hates his guts.Christmas is the season of hope. Tweede Kans Cove is the town where second chances are born. For Kojo, it's time to head back to the place of his birth. Will the town's charm and the season of hope help him convince Yasmine that he deserves a second chance?

"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." Psalm‬ ‭147:3‬Bad boy and celebrated soccer star, Kamal Danjuma is the youngest of the Danjuma brothers. Unlike his brothers, he handled his abandonment issues quite differently. His whole career is driven by the need to prove his absent father wrong. Recently however, his career has been plagued with erratic decisions and health issues. A return to the United Kingdom to play in the Premiere League, where it all started for him, is just what will erase the disaster of his last season in America. He has one goal in mind; remind the fans and team management why they love Kammy Danjuma.Ebele Ashiedu is months away from earning her Bachelor's degree. Growing up without her father, left her insecure and unable to decipher how a man should treat her. The result? A seven year detour that has made her media leery. Through the grace of God, she's back on track. Now all that matters is finishing school, establishing herself and helping her mother out. She has no room for distractions.A mix up in seating arrangements, bring these two together. An injury and a father's rejection force them to deal with their pain and insecurities their complicated pasts have created. Will they make it past the unmasking to get to their happily ever after ?

He has what she desires. She is who he requires.Jidenna Kalu has sworn off love after the death of his wife, determined not to go through that pain again. He's focused on being a good father to his daughter, Uju, while still making waves in the art world. When she starts acting out, his mother and grandmother decide it's time to intervene. With their own plan to find Jidenna a suitable wife of their choosing.Zola Westbrook is finally living the life she's always wanted as a dance director after a difficult divorce. But when family issues arise, she finds herself drawn back into the world of the Kalus-and face to face with Jidenna, the man who gave her the best night of her life before disappearing without a word.Unusual circumstances between the pair lead to a marriage of convenience. She can help him keep up appearances with his family, and in return, he'll help her with her own family issues. Despite their best efforts to keep things casual, Jidenna and Zola can't deny their chemistry. But as their feelings deepen, they both realize that the past isn't as far behind them as they thought. Is a suitable partner enough, or do they want something more?PS: This is the final book in the Away to Africa series that features the Kalu family. All books can be enjoyed as standalones. However, since the series is about a family there is some interconnectivity between books.Rent A Bae-book1.His Makeshift Fiancée- book 2

Love Is A CommitmentSalma DuBois-Arazi, the strong-willed and fiercely independent last born of the DuBois-Arazi clan, keeps herself busy with her role as the Director of Guest Services at the family's luxurious resort, Grand Amour. Work and family provide the perfect distractions to drown the painful memories of a time when she believed she could have it all. Her mission has been to keep her secrets buried deep within and her heart shielded from the past. She's been successful in her endeavor-until her grandmother's eightieth birthday celebration, when Qasim's return threatens to shatter her meticulously constructed world.Qasim Adesina, the enigmatic and charismatic ex-footballer turned CFO of Ilẹ Oloro Farms, is a man on a singular mission: to reclaim his lost love, Salma. His friend's baby sister and his guiding "Star." Years ago, he had grievously underestimated the shadowy Brotherhood his family had once been a part of. The underground organization found "his heart" and tampered with it. For a woman who swore off second chances, Qasim's secrets become a fatal miscalculation that cost him everything.After giving Salma the space, she deserved and diligently tying up loose ends, the moment has come for him to remind her of the vow they once made.But before they can even glimpse at a semblance of a happily ever after, they must navigate the labyrinth of secrets and treacherous waters that make up their shared history.To love is to commit. Can their commitment withstand the secrets they've kept hidden, family discord and a past alliance that refuses to be severed?Each book in the DuBois-Arazi Family series is a standalone story, but will be enjoyed if read in order of publication: A Promise FulfilledDestiy Fulfilled

A serendipitous encounterA relentless pressA makeshift planIn anticipation of retirement, NBA point guard, Cheta "Nyce" Kalu is on a mission to clench an opportunity very few have been able to. For that to happen, he needs to clean up the rebellious reputation he's known for. All is going well until it isn't. Just when Cheta thinks he's on the right path, he's thrown off course by an ironic twist of fate.In the eyes of her parents, nothing Reign Davis does can erase her teen mistakes. The opportunity to partner with Coleman Hospitality, a reputable Black brand might do the trick. That's until she gets caught in a scandal, she didn't see coming.A kismet mix-up merges their paths in a way neither of them expects. Now, they must agree on a makeshift arrangement to achieve what they both want. Will they be able to trust each other long enough to see it through?

I, the Lord God, will put breath in you, and once again you will live. Ezekiel 37:5Sassy air hostess Isoken Adolo has one rule - six-date maximum before she's on to the next. Loss and grief made her that way.When life hands her an unexpected gut punch, Isoken is forced to face demons her fast-paced life helped her ignore. As she grapples with the latest turn of events, she decides to have the one thing she's always longed for- a baby. But this time without the entanglement of love.Opinionated bad boy of the Formula One racing circuit, Tekena Tamuno, also has one rule- his career and relationships don't mix. Experience made him that way.With retirement approaching in a couple of years, Tekena's laser focus is on two things- finishing at the top of his game and securing a future for life after the track. In his quest, he didn't anticipate dealing with the woman who challenged him like no other.From the moment Isoken met Tekena, she knew she had to avoid him at all cost. The intense attraction between them and his ability to irk all her nerves was reason enough. Her greatest fear, however, was his career. Now by some cruel twist of fate, he stands in the way of her heart's desire. With nowhere to run, her resolve is put to the test. And despite her fight, Tekena confirms her fear.He could unravel her completely.Is she courageous enough to risk another round with an emotion that brought her to her knees the first time?

At thirteen, Halima Dajuma discovers that her father has another family. No longer is she an only child, but younger sister to three older brothers. This discovery changes everything. For a while, Halima happily settles into a safe life shaped by her family's expectations. Now, determined to find her voice, she breaks an arranged betrothal and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. The search for truth rattles her world and the people in it, in ways she didn't bargain for. When everything comes crashing down, will she be content with what she finds or wish she'd remained in the comfort of the familiar?The connection was electric, heart jolting even, but it came from the wrong source.Charming, attractive, and successful, Ekene Odili, is the Dajuma family lawyer. He's also friends with Halima's oldest brother, Rasheed. For years, religion and her fiancé stood between Halima and Ekene. He knows she's off-limits. However, knowledge is no match for a heart that refuses to adhere to logic. When he begins to see the pain she has to endure, is he willing to sacrifice his heart and let her go?The ultimate loss soon shatters her heart, then will Halima still have the courage to surrender to a redeeming love?

He's an award-winning actor so pulling off this charade should be easy, right? Except he didn't count on his pretend "girl" being... her.Arinze KaluThe continuation of the Kalu name lay on my shoulders.At least that's what my grandmother claims. And she's on a mission to ensure it won't die there.I wasn't planning on visiting Nigeria anytime soon, so I'd been doing a pretty good job of tap dancing around her threats to find me a wife.After a scandal that almost engulfed me at the beginning of my career, I'm determined to take my time choosing a partner.Between establishing my company, filming, press, and traveling for my new movie, I simply don't have that time.Now, my sister is getting married, and I'll be face to face with my grandmother. If things had worked out with the caramel goddess I met on New Year's Eve, I probably would've been good. Since it didn't, my cousins suggest I rent a bae.Jasmine BowmanMy life is a bad horror film and I'm ready to change the channel.Between my job where I'm overworked, underpaid, and skipped over for promotion and my tired, played-out situation with my boyfriend, something had to give.Let's not forget Mr. Butterscotch who I met on New Year's Eve. I could've bet money there was a vibe, but I guess not. I tell myself, I don't need him anyway. I need my mind to get the memo because my more immediate priority is to stop being a disappointment to the Bowman name. I'm getting back into the director's seat of my life. The cost, however, isn't cheap. I need money and my best friend has the craziest idea.

One night takes them back to the very beginning When Jabir Danjuma met Damisi Odinga years ago, it wasn't necessarily love at first sight. However, their attraction can't be denied. Just as he begins to feel the forbidden emotion, Damisi breaks up with him and moves half way across the world. Now, Damisi has a request that only Jabir could fulfill. Their encounter sets off a series of events that leave them both with fresh pain and hurt. They vow never to see each other again, but fate has a different idea. Will they stick it out long enough for the Potter to perfect their scars and pain for His purpose or will distance and time steal the day.

This spell binding and inspiring novel weaves deception, cultures and the intrigue of love for a romantic journey that spans two continents and challenges the cornerstone of faith. When Feranmi's parents decide it's time for their daughter to get married, they have the perfect man for the job. Is being single a crime? Why will her parents not let this rest? When she was ready to get married she'll do the picking. Her parents are coming to the U.S for a visit, so she comes up with the perfect plan to deceive them into believing she is in a committed relationship. Luckily, Alex an old friend, is willing to play the part but on one condition....

The oldest of the Danjuma brothers, Rasheed was a self-made man. He'd learned at an early age that love and commitment brought with it complications he didn't want to deal with. His single-minded focus had paid off. He was able to step into the shoes of his absentee father by taking care of his mother and twin brothers. But just when he thought he could stop carrying the weight of his family on his shoulders, he gets a call that could change the trajectory of Rasheed's life. Ibiso Jaja, a professional caterer, had gambled on the love of a man and lost. Through the redeeming love of God, she had picked herself up and was now living her dream as the owner of Bisso Bites, a bistro in the heart of Abuja. However circumstances conspire to threaten the bistro and bring her face to face with the type of man she has vowed to avoid. The attraction is instant. Once again, Rasheed is forced to do something he has done all his life - put the needs of his family ahead of his own. This time however, he crosses path with the sassy, independent, Jesus-loving caterer who is bent on making him see the power of forgiveness and God's love. Just when Rasheed lets his guard down, a deadly sabotage causes old demons to rise. Will Rasheed continue to pursue power and success or surrender to the light of God's love?